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title: "Translation and Interpretation Service (New Tender)"
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buyer: "LONDON BOROUGH OF SOUTHWARK"
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# Translation and Interpretation Service (New Tender)

Buyer: LONDON BOROUGH OF SOUTHWARK  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-a12c9f43-5561-43a7-9c27-cf0ef245225c

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## Summary

The London Borough of Southwark is currently inviting tenders for a new Translation and Interpretation Service, with a total estimated value of £900,000. This service will encompass a wide range of communication methods, including face-to-face and telephone interpretation, as well as document translation in various formats catering to diverse accessibility needs. The tender is open under the open procedure and will remain active until the deadline of 4th June 2018, after which the contract is anticipated to commence on 1st October 2018 and run until 30th September 2021. The service will be delivered in London, UK, contributing to the broader services sector.

This procurement presents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in language services, particularly those offering comprehensive translation and interpretation solutions. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) are encouraged to participate due to the suitability criteria specified. Companies capable of providing accessible communication methods and robust web-based systems for booking and tracking will find alignment with the requirements of this tender, potentially enhancing their business growth through successful engagement with the local authority's needs.

## Notice

A comprehensive translation and interpretation service that covers all communication needs including face to face and telephone interpretation, sign language and document translation. The provision of information can be in large print, audio, easyread (dyslexia friendly) and Braille. The service to comprise a streamlined web-based booking and tracking system that can be accessed directly by council officers.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/9eaee19a-589c-4870-89c7-b6961b5b274f |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 27 Apr 2018 |
| Submission deadline | 4 Jun 2018 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 30 Sep 2018 - 30 Sep 2021 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £900,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Active |
| Lots status | Not specified |
| Awards status | Not specified |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | LONDON BOROUGH OF SOUTHWARK |
| Locality | LONDON |
| Post town | South East London |
| Postcode | SE1 2QH |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLI London |
| ITL 2 | TLI4 Inner London - East |
| ITL 3 | TLI44 Lewisham and Southwark |
| Local authority | Southwark |
| Electoral ward | London Bridge & West Bermondsey |
| Westminster constituency | Bermondsey and Old Southwark |
| Delivery location | TLI London |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security

### Codes

- 79540000 - Interpretation services

## Release History

- 27 Apr 2018 at 10:17 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/9eaee19a-589c-4870-89c7-b6961b5b274f

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/9eaee19a-589c-4870-89c7-b6961b5b274f
  27th April 2018 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://procontract.due-north.com/Advert?advertId=1a93afba-e746-e811-80eb-005056b64545
  Advert

## Notice URLs

- http://www.southwark.gov.uk

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